My 1st graphic novels
Published by Stone Arch, this series is perfectly safe for young, beginning readers and includes an explanation about how to read a graphic novel. For more information, click HERE.
Published by Stone Arch, this series is perfectly safe for young, beginning readers and includes an explanation about how to read a graphic novel. For more information, click HERE.
TOON Books
Click HERE for more information about this series and some great resources about graphic novels and ideas for how to use the books. One book in the series, Little Mouse Gets Ready, was a 2009 Theodore Seuss Geisel Honor Book.
Owly
This series, by Andy Runton, is wordless and relies on icons, expressions and symbols to tell the story. The stories are sweet as Owly is a kind and sensitive little owl who cares about others. Click HERE for some free Owly comics & HERE for a cute animation.
Tiny Titans
The main characters in this series are the world's greatest super heroes as little children. Read this series to see what happens to them at school, on field trips and on the playground. Click HERE to go to Tiny Titans official page.
DC Super Friends
This series introduces younger readers to the heroes of the DC Universe - Superman, Batman, Wonder Woman, Green Lantern, Flash and Aquaman.
This series introduces younger readers to the heroes of the DC Universe - Superman, Batman, Wonder Woman, Green Lantern, Flash and Aquaman.
Binky is a cat that thinks it is brave, hero cat. Even though this series, by Ashley Spires, is meant for children, adults will probably also enjoy reading about his adventures.
Gabby and Gator
This graphic novel, by James Burke, is about an unusual friendship between a girl and an alligator. It is filled with funny sight gags that will appeal to most readers.
This graphic novel, by James Burke, is about an unusual friendship between a girl and an alligator. It is filled with funny sight gags that will appeal to most readers.
Babymouse
In this series, Babymouse uses her imagination to deal with daily challenges and friendship problems. Bother and sister team - Matthew & Jennifer Holm are the brains behind this series. If you want to learn more about Babymouse, click HERE.
Stone Rabbit
A time-travelling bunny that finds himself in all sorts of predicaments but always comes out on top and stands up for the little guy. Click HERE for more information about this funny character, created by Erik Graddock.
Lunch Lady
Jarrett Krosoczka has created a series about a cafeteria Lunch Lady who, in her spare time, monitors the entire school and fights crime. Click HERE to learn all about this series.
Graphic Spin - Fairy tales with a twist
A time-travelling bunny that finds himself in all sorts of predicaments but always comes out on top and stands up for the little guy. Click HERE for more information about this funny character, created by Erik Graddock.
Lunch Lady
Jarrett Krosoczka has created a series about a cafeteria Lunch Lady who, in her spare time, monitors the entire school and fights crime. Click HERE to learn all about this series.
This series will appeal to readers who like fairy tales with different endings & those who like creepy books. The fairy tales are usually true to the original Grimm's fairy tales.
A favorite: Nursery Rhymes Comics
This book features 50 classic nursery rhymes, each illustrated by a different cartoonist.
This book features 50 classic nursery rhymes, each illustrated by a different cartoonist.
A surprising find: Around the World: Three remarkable journeys
This graphic novel by Matt Phelan is about three 19th century Americans' journeys around the world. One wanted to ride a bike, another wanted to beat the record of Verne's Phileas Fogg and circle the world in 74 days and the final person wanted to sail around the world. Click HERE if you would like to read more about it and listen to the author introduce and read from his graphic novel. I didn't think I would enjoy this graphic novel but I did and then wanted to find out more about each person. For me, that is always a sign of a good book!
Finally, if you are ready to create your own graphic novel, then check out Art Panels, BAM! Speech Bubbles, POW! Writing your own graphic novel by Trisha Shaskan for the tips and tools you need to get started.
